Best Places To Shop For Stylish Eyeglasses

With glasses being redefined as stylish accessories, there are more frames than ever to choose from including local designers, premium brand names and vintage.

Glasses Menagerie

3142 Hennepin Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55408
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This adorable store dedicated to eye care for children is located one block south of the bustling part of Uptown. The owners, both optometrists, have a huge selection of frames for small and growing faces, along with a play area for busy kids.

InVision

Galleria, St. Paul and Minnetonka
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A wealth of stylish frames line the walls of this locally owned chain of optical stores that include eye exams. As the Twin Cities' exclusive carrier of brands like Face a Face, SALT and Robert Marc, they showcase complete collections so one can try on every color and every style, assisted by a knowledgeable team of specialists.

Macy's Optical

Rosedale, Southdale and Minneapolis
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Located near the handbags, this department provides a selection of glasses comparable to merchandise found throughout the store. Familiar brands like Calvin Klein, Kenneth Cole and Lafont are offered as regular frames as well as sunglasses. The promotions, a variety of styles and location make this department a good bet.

The Optical

3939 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
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Did someone say "designer"? Alexander McQueen, Tiffany and Chanel are a few of the premium brand names selected by the experienced team that knows glasses. They are proud of their loyal client base and referrals as well as their customer service.

Specs Appeal

844 Grand Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55105
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This shop, located in a house now converted to businesses, is full of St. Paul charm along with a hearty selection of frames including local designer Gio and more popular brands like Lafont and Alain Mikli. Eye exams are available by appointment.

Target

Select stores throughout Twin Cities
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Get the best of style and affordable prices for the whole family in this full-service optical department. Recognizable brands like DKNY, Ray Ban and Via Spiga and private label brands including Xhilaration and Mossimo provide plenty of options for every face shape.

Visionary

Southdale and Uptown
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A dreamy collection of vintage glasses distinguish this optical shop, located in Uptown and Southdale. The Uptown shop has drawers full of never-worn glasses in excellent condition to easily coordinate with a variety of style statements. These locally owned stores also offer eye exams in addition to a trendy selection of new frames and sunglasses.